2009 Report to the Community Table of Contents

page one › Letter from the President page two › Giving Into the Future Together page three › Making History page four › Donation Provides Unique Opportunity page five › Renaissance Man page six › Corporate Donations Fill Instructional Equipment Needs page seven › Helping Students “Achieve the Dream” page eight › Foundation Raises Funds for the Future page nine › Foundation Events page ten › Student of the Year page eleven › Scholarship Recipients Thank Benefactors at Annual Scholar-Donor Breakfast page twelve › In Memoriam: Raymond Polchow page thirteen › Keeping Pace with Rapid Changes in Technology page fourteen › Donors Invest in the Community page fifteen › Operating Budget 2008-2009 page sixteen › Foundation Financials page seventeen › Donor Acknowledgements page twenty-one › College Leadership back cover › Acknowledgements

About the cover ›

The accomplished individuals pictured on the cover are graduates of Zane State College. Many continued their education after leaving the College and all have become active contributors to the community. Their success speaks volumes about Zane State College’s enormous impact in Southeast Ohio. › Steven Barrows ’08, student, U.S. Merchant Marine Academy › Ann Beasley ‘93 and ‘94, administrative associate, American Electric Power › Melissa Corbett ‘85, radiology technician, Southeast Ohio Regional Medical Center › Roberta Cramer ‘03 and Keith Saylor ‘03, chefs and owners of Roberta’s Professional Cakes and Catering › Dick Sorg ‘71, executive director, Muskingum Soil and Water Conservation District › Ed Voorhies ‘93, deputy director, Southern Ohio Region of Prisons › Sue Wilson ‘77, vice president, The Community Bank Letter from the President

During a celebratory dinner last fall to mark the end of our year-long 40th anniversary celebration, I reminded the assembled guests of when Charles Stewart, father of our valued board member, Bill Stewart, joined a delegation in Columbus to request our charter from the Board of Regents. There was a large picture on the wall that depicted an old trimotor airplane of the ‘30s. Mr. Stewart told the Regents that technical education in Ohio at that time was as outdated as that picture. With the issuance of our charter, we took a giant leap from that old trimotor plane to the Boeing 747.

In 2009, with a shared and focused purpose, our employees and stakeholders worked together to move us from that jumbo jet toward what could best be described as space shuttle status.

What an extraordinary year for Zane State College! As a “top 10” two-year college, with a growing student population and outstanding completion and placement rates, we continued our meteoric rise in 2009, helping our students reach their goals and filling employment gaps throughout this community.

Highlights during the year included: • The Higher Learning Commission gave approval for the College to begin offering Associate of Arts and Associate of Science degrees. These new degrees are focused on the general education requirements of a bachelor’s degree and are designed for students who intend to transfer to a university after completing an associate degree. • The College achieved the elite status of being one of only two institutions in the nation to receive both Leah Meyer Austin Special Recognition for Institutional Transformation and the Achieving the Dream Leader College designation. This status, combined with the grant we were awarded by MDC, Inc. and the Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation, means that Zane State College is highly-regarded for its success in positively affecting student success. • The College received another national ranking after the Center for Digital Education and Converge magazine recognized Zane State College for being seventh in the nation for providing exceptional support through information technology. • Enrollment continues to grow by leaps and bounds. Up 69% over the last six years, our enrollment growth is a clear indicator that we are turning out well-prepared graduates who are able to contribute immediately to southeast Ohio and make our region a more vibrant community. • The College Foundation experienced another record fundraising year. Thanks to support from the community, we are funding scholarships and making many needed improvements to the College.

These and many other highlights are detailed in the pages of this Community Report. The stories included in the report clearly illustrate that Zane State College is gaining momentum as we continue to strive toward our vision of Empowering people, Enriching lives, and Advancing the region.

Sincerely,

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 1 Giving Into the Future Together

Ask any student what he or she thinks is special about Zane State College and, chances are, the same few things will be mentioned. At the top of the list? The caring attitude demonstrated by faculty and other employees on a daily basis.

Last fall, Zane State College employees showed just how important students are by “Giving Into the Future Together.” One hundred percent of employees participated in an employee-run campaign to raise funds to ultimately benefit students, showing their commitment to making a difference.

“Since the day I came to work at Zane State College, I have always felt at home,” said Terry Moore, Director of Safety and Security. “It means a lot to me personally that the people I work with are as concerned as I am about making this a special place for our students.” Lynn Wells, Information Technology professor, spoke at one of the tree-planting ceremonies about what the campaign meant to him.

“Our outstanding co-chairs and their team took ownership of the employee campaign, driving us to meet 100 percent of our goal,” said Pamela Jira, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement and College Foundation. “The sheer force of their passion for the College and their desire to see the vision for our initiatives realized helped ensure the campaign was a tremendous success.”

During the four-week campaign, employees planted trees on the Zanesville and Cambridge campuses to mark their progress. Both the trees and the contributions they symbolize will serve as a legacy for students and the Employees celebrated a successful campaign community for many years into the future. with lunch “alfresco.”

Employee Campaign Team Members Pamela Kirst, Co-Chair Linda Metz, Co-Chair Konrad Akens › Al Brown › Jeffrey Devlin › Brenda Elswick › Kim Lawler › Senti Longkumer Julie MacLaine › Terry Moore › Shanna Morgan › Linda Sinift Making History

Although Dr. John Marks retired from Zane State “Whether in the classroom, in the field, or pursuing College last year, he is certainly not forgotten. That research/grant funding, John’s number one priority is the message the Board of Trustees sent to the has always been the student,” said Dr. Chad Brown, former Environmental Science, Safety, and Health Vice President for Academic Services and Workforce Development “For more than three decades, Dr. John Marks personified what it means to be learner centered.”

Attracted to the diversity of the College’s programs, Dr. Marks came to Zane State College straight from earning a doctorate at Bowling Green State University in 1974. While at the College, he was responsible for securing over $1 million in federal grants, including four National Science Foundation (NSF) grants. Over the years, Dr. Marks grew the environmental program with a passion and dedication that earned him numerous awards—including two Faculty Excellence awards and several environmental awards.

Dr. Marks’ most recent honor acknowledges the collective contributions he has made to the College, most important of which is the success of his students. “Dr. Marks took my interest in natural science and was able to open it up into whole new fields I’d never before explored,” said Lindsey Boaz, Dr. Marks was happiest when he was in the field with who graduated from the Environmental Science, students. “I loved the hands-on practical approach,” he once Safety, and Health Program last spring. “The remarked. “We talked about it in the classroom and we remarkable thing is that he honestly, wholeheartedly did it in the field. What a treat.” cared as he did it.” professor when they officially recognized him in 2009 as Faculty Emeritus.

“For 35 years, Dr. Marks’ students have greatly benefitted from his focus on teaching as measured by the accomplishments of the many students that have passed through his classroom door,” said Professor of Physical Science/Environmental Resource Management, Dan Durfee, who nominated Dr. Marks for this honor. “The examples of the contributions that he has made to move the mission of the College forward are nearly endless.” Dr. Marks (right) early in his 35-year career.

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 3 Donation Provides Unique Opportunity

With an eye toward conservation and education, Milo and Greg Hilty, the father and son team behind Hilty LLC, have donated 71 acres of land in Muskingum County to Zane State College to be used as an outdoor laboratory for students to identify plants and study features of wetlands.

The land will be deeded to Zane State College after Hilty LLC completes a wetland preservation project, referred to as wetland mitigation. The process of transforming the site from fallow farmland to a forested and shrub wetland could take 5 to 10 years. In the meantime, Zane State College faculty and students will have exclusive access to study the habitat and observe its transformation to a wetland.

“My dad and I selected Zane State College to deed the land to because we both value education,” said Greg Hilty, an environmental consultant who specializes in underground storage tanks and hazardous waste. “It is so important for everyone to get an education. The Shannon Valley Wetland Mitigation Bank provides a hands-on experience that students just don’t get in the classroom.” Greg Hilty has met with environmental science classes to discuss both the environmental and regulatory aspects of the land. “I really enjoy working with the students,” Hilty said. “I probably should have been a teacher!”

“This is a tremendous opportunity for our natural science technology students to study from the inside the aspects of wetland mitigation bank and wetland field restoration,” said Dr. Scott Lenthe, Zane State College professor and chair of Natural Sciences. “To have our own wetland at the two-year level is fairly unique. The field lab aspects will be exceptional and the learning opportunities are tremendous.” Renaissance Man

Brady Israel is a modern-day Renaissance man. A quality from manufacturing lines to final destination dedicated scientist by day and talented musician by markets. night, the Zane State College alumnus has found a way to exercise his creativity in both the arts and Despite his demanding career, Israel is not too sciences. busy to pursue his musical side. Ten years ago, he formed the Brady Israel Trio; today, Israel, drummer For his “day job,” Israel is a lab technologist at Gary Frey, and bass player Adam Cavinee entertain Abbott Laboratories. He started at Abbott -- then audiences with their distinctive jazz sound. The trio Ross Laboratories -- in 1983, soon after earning an performs at various gatherings, including Zane State associate degree at Zane State College. “Growing College’s Masquerade Ball this past New Year’s Eve. up, I always liked science. I had chemistry sets, liked Their first CD, The Brady Israel Trio, was released Jonny Quest, and built rockets,” he recalls. “I started in spring of 2009. The trio’s second CD is due to be at Zane State College after graduating from Maysville released at the end of this year. High School to earn a degree in the College’s Medical Laboratory Technician program.” Israel is also back in school again, completing a bachelor’s degree in Technical Applied Studies at Israel feels the education and training he Ohio University. He remembers his days received prepared him for technical work and at Zane State College and attributes his helped him land a job at Ross Laboratories. success, in part, to the solid foundation “My first year at college was classes, and he received at the College. “Zane State the second year was an internship at Good College is really focused on providing Samaritan Hospital,” said Israel. “The a good education in a very comfortable instrument training was really valuable. environment,” said Israel. “My younger Plus my advisor and instructor, Linda brother went there, and my nephew is at Gossman, was very helpful.” Zane State College now. I told him he would like it there, and he does.” Starting as a microbiology technician, Israel next worked in the company’s Physical Chemistry Lab. Three years ago he became a lab technician in the Packaging Laboratory and has been fortunate enough to travel around the world to countries such as Vietnam, Singapore, and New Zealand as well as Ireland, Spain, Denmark, and Malaysia, checking product Zane State College is really focused on providing a good education in a very “”comfortable environment.”

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 5 Corporate Donations Fill Instructional Equipment Needs

A fixture in Southeast Ohio for over 50 years, Southeastern Equipment Company saw a need and responded by providing additional resources to Welding students at Zane State College’s Willett-Pratt Training Center.

Southeastern Equipment Company made a significant donation by providing the program with a high-end welder. The Invertec V310-T, an AC/DC machine that is capable of both stick & TIG welding, is one of the most technically- advanced machines available on the market today.

“As a result of the support we have received over Deanna Duche, Zane State College Welding Instructor the years from local residents and businesses, and representatives from Southeastern Equipment Southeastern is glad at times to be able to give Company: John Mahon, General Service Manager back to the community that has kept the business and Greg Eibel, General Parts Manager strong all these years,” said Jon Wickline, marketing director for Southeastern Equipment Company. “Helping to support our local schools and colleges is one of the best things we can do to help out the community.”

Rockies Express Pipeline (REX) also supported the Welding program by donating a large steel pipe for students to practice welding techniques. The REX-hosted shop and welding workshops at Zane State College have also provided opportunities for students.

“Corporate donations such as these are extremely important to us because they help keep our programs on the cutting edge of technology,” said Dr. Paul Brown, president of Zane State College. “We are extremely grateful to corporations such Southeastern Equipment Company and Rockies Express Pipeline. Their generosity will help ensure that our students leave our programs Deanna Duche, Zane State College Welding Instructor; Pamela Jira, Executive Director of Institutional Advancement well trained and ready to become invaluable and Zane State College Foundation; Dr. Paul Brown, employees.” President of Zane State College; and Allen Fore, Director of Community Relations for Rockies Express Pipeline

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 6 Helping Students “Achieve the Dream”

Walt Disney famously said, “if you can Zane State College’s success through dream it, you can do it.” While Zane Achieving the Dream led to the State College students may be College receiving a sizeable grant dreaming of something more from MDC, Inc. and the Bill and concrete than riding into Melinda Gates Foundation. the sunset with Prince (or In addition, the College is Princess) Charming, Disney’s the only institution in the words are powerful and nation to receive Leah Meyer meaningful to students who Austin Special Recognition for are seeking to improve their Institutional Transformation lives through education. and is but a handful of colleges to be named an Achieving the Last year, Zane State College Dream Leader College. was credited with helping students achieve their dreams when “Being designated as an Achieving “Achieving the Dream: Community the Dream Leader College and receiving Colleges Count” and Lumina Foundation for the MDC, Inc. grant as well as recognition Education recognized the College for its work in for Institutional Transformation is a significant developmental education. The recognition came after accomplishment that everyone in this community members of administration and staff discovered that can be proud of,” said Dr. Paul Brown, president of developmental math classes have a major impact on Zane State College. “Most importantly, though, more the number of students who transition to the second people in our community can benefit from a college year of college. Subsequently, advisors worked with education, thanks to the advances we have made students to ensure they were taking the proper through our involvement with Achieving the Dream.” courses in their first year of college and in the correct sequence. The new programs have helped improve With the MDC, Inc. grant, Zane State College has graduation rates dramatically. In the College’s June designed new courses that pair a developmental class 2009 graduating class, 43% of the graduates took with a college-level class and also some compressed developmental education classes their first year of courses in math to allow students to accelerate the college and 23% of those students graduated with completion of two courses in one term. This will save honors. the students time and tuition to so they can reach their dreams that much sooner and, like a few of Walt “When I came to Zane State College I was afraid Disney’s more famous characters, happily whistle on that not being strong in math would keep me from their way to work at a new career. achieving my dreams,” said Georgeanna Meighen, who graduated last June with a 4.0 grade point average. “I would never have been able to get through college without the developmental math courses. I would never have been able to They gave me the skills I needed that I didn’t possess get through college without the before.” developmental math courses. “”They gave me the skills I needed that I didn’t possess before.”

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 7 Foundation Raises Funds for the Future

Practitioners in the field of physical therapy assisting—many of them Zane State College graduates—attended a continuing education course on campus in August to study the cadaver’s muscles to better understand how to apply exercise techniques.

It seems strange to think that someone’s death can at Zane State College. The cadaver is the only one of help bring experiences to life for others, but that’s its kind in Southeast Ohio. exactly what an individual did when he donated his body to science. Thanks to that individual, a grant Funds raised from the Masquerade Ball have also from the Taylor-McHenry Foundation, and people been used to purchase laboratory equipment for the in the community who contributed through the Zane College’s chemistry lab and plans are progressing State College Foundation’s annual Masquerade Ball, to transform the College’s primary Information Zane State College students will learn anatomy from Technology classroom into a state-of-the-art a human body and relate what they learn to real life Information Technology Team Development Lab. for countless years into the future. Community support has resulted in exceptional “My dad had bypass surgery,” one student murmured training resources for both students and as associate professor Steven Kish pointed to the area professionals. In fact, the medical community is in the chest cavity that shows signs of the procedure. already taking advantage of the plastinated cadaver. “My grandmother had a pacemaker,” another student The day after the cadaver arrived, practitioners in the mentioned as Kish showed the amazed students a field of physical therapy assisting—many of them pacemaker that is still in place. Zane State College graduates—attended a continuing education course on campus where they studied the The plastinated cadaver—a donated body in which cadaver’s muscles to better understand how to apply plastic has replaced body fluids to preserve it for exercise techniques. up to 100 years for purposes of scientific study—is now available for students and medical personnel to study. Obtained through the University of Michigan, it was prepared according to specifications that will This is a very important step forward maximize learning opportunities for more than 500 for our students and medical personnel students per year who study anatomy and physiology in Southeast Ohio.” “” — Dr. Paul Brown Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 8 Foundation Events Last year was a record fundraising year for the Foundation. Many events were held, which helped raise funds for scholarships and instructional equipment.

“Drive” for Scholarships In May, the Foundation hosted the twenty-third annual “Drive for Excellence” golf outing at EagleSticks Golf Club. Professional Golf Association (PGA) Pro Kelly Morrow conducted a clinic before golfers enjoyed a day on the course, vying for prizes and raising funds for scholarships. Women Take to the Course The Foundation launched a new event in June, the “Drive for Women” golf outing, at the Zanesville Country Club. The day began with a lunch to honor Maggie Redman, who received the college’s new Rising Tide Award in recognition of the opportunities she helped create for her daughter, Ladies Professional Golf Association (LPGA) player Michele Redman, who has become a national talent and one of Zanesville’s most famous citizens. Other highlights of the day included a golf clinic conducted by Michele Redman and various golf contests. This highly-successful event will now become an annual tradition, with the 2010 event scheduled for June 28th.

Corn Hole Tournament The 40th Anniversary Community Celebration in September was the perfect backdrop for the Foundation’s newest annual event, a Corn Hole tournament for players age 16 years and older. Sponsored by Mattingly Foods and Budweiser, the tournament enabled corn hole enthusiasts to vie for cash prizes as they raised funds for scholarships. Masquerade Ball The jazzy sounds of the Brady Israel trio kicked off the third annual “Night Behind the Mask” Masquerade Ball on December 31st. The night continued with gourmet food, an open bar, a live auction that featured unique, hard-to-find items, and a few surprises! Mask-clad guests enjoyed a dazzling midnight countdown and champagne toast before dancing into the early hours to the sounds of the Paul Clark Band.

Masquerade revelers (front row, left) Gail Garland, John Watson, Susan Benincasa, Kathy Pictured above (left to right): Hibler (back row, from left) Ron Garland, Dr. Jack “Drive for Excellence” team players: Michael Bennett, William Stewart, Booth, Sandy Booth, and Dr. John Hibler Dr. Paul Brown, and Charles Moorehead; LPGA Player Michele Redman’s (photo courtesy of Eva Sieber) “Drive for Women” golf clinic.; Midnight Kiss: Tom and Eva Sieber at the Masquerade Ball. Student of the Year

By the time Hannah was three, she had missed many developmental milestones and still did not know how to dress herself. Her concerned mother, Michelle Cockrell, took her daughter to be tested. The resulting diagnosis was autism.

Diagnosis in hand, the single mother of three threw herself into learning about Hannah’s disability and monitoring her therapy. Seven years later, Hannah’s therapies have helped her improve tremendously. They have also provided another, unexpected, benefit. For Michelle, the door opened to a career as an occupational therapy assistant. “When I saw the difference the therapies made in my daughter’s development, I felt like I wanted to make a difference in someone’s life also,” Michelle remembers.

Michelle enrolled at Zane State College and, in November, was named the Occupational Therapy Assistant Student of the Year by the Ohio Occupational Therapy Association (OOTA). The Student of the Year award acknowledges student members of OOTA who participate in activities to promote occupational therapy in their community and who contribute to the professional growth of occupational therapy by participation in leadership roles in their district, state, and national associations.

Michelle’s long path from her daughter’s diagnosis to her newfound career has only just begun. Following graduation in June, 2010 she plans to begin her career and eventually go back to school to earn a Bachelor’s degree in Psychology. While Michelle’s recognition was a welcome surprise, nothing makes her more happy than seeing Hanna reap the rewards of her own hard work.

I wanted to make a difference “”in someone’s life.”

Ohio Occupational Therapy Association Student of the Year Michelle Cockrell

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 10 Scholarship Recipients Thank Benefactors at Annual Scholar-Donor Breakfast

Zanesville resident Brooke Worley spoke for all of the 2009 Zane State College scholarship recipients when she addressed guests at the College’s annual Scholar Recognition Breakfast in October. Sharing the hurdles she had to overcome on her journey to enroll in college, Worley thanked the more than 70 donors who attended the 24th annual event. The breakfast was sponsored by the Zane State College Foundation at The Campus Center.

“People have helped my true colors develop, strengthen, and shine in the palette called me,” said Worley, comparing her life’s journey to an artist’s colors on a canvas. “I am still growing into who I want Donor Norma (Dorbie) Littick (left) to be—someone of which I can be proud. I appreciate with William O. Littick Memorial Scholarship all who have helped me along the way.” recipient and keynote speaker Brooke Worley Like Worley, the 87 Zane State College students who were awarded approximately $75,000 in scholarship dollars see college as a chance to contribute to their community through a meaningful career. The scholarship breakfast gave the students a unique opportunity to share their thanks—and their goals— with their benefactors.

Bethesda Volunteers-Ronnica J. Dodson Scholarship recipients (back row) with Dr. Carl Dodson

I am still growing into who I want to be—someone of which I can be proud. I appreciate all who have “”helped me along the way.” Don Benincasa Memorial Scholarship recipient Oshann Lewellen (left) with donor Susan Benincasa

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 11 In Memoriam Raymond Polchow 1942 - 2009

Mentor…inspiration…friend. These were a few of “Ray gave 32 years of his life to Zane State College,” the words Ray Polchow’s former students used to said Dr. Paul Brown, president of Zane State College. describe their Business Management instructor “He was one of the early adopters among our faculty after he passed away last November at the age of of technology in the classroom and an early pioneer 67. Passionate is another word that has come to the at the College on the subject of economics.” minds of many as they have reflected on Polchow’s life and his service at Zane State College. In addition to caring a great deal about his career and economics, Polchow was known for his love of travel “Teaching was Ray’s passion,” Theresa Curran, wife and tourism. He was able to incorporate his passions of former Zane State College assistant professor into his career by becoming a great promoter of Bill Curran, said at Ray’s memorial service. “I would the highly-regarded Disney internship program at expect his spirit is teaching in heaven!” Walt Disney World, in which 10 Zane State College Business students won spots over an 11 year period. Prior to his days at Zane State College, New York City-native Polchow served as a veteran of The Polchow’s wife of 22 years, Elnyr, and his family have United States Air Force and in the Air National established the Raymond E. Polchow Scholarship Guard for over 21 years. A graduate of a Nassau Fund to honor his dedication to Zane State College. Community College, Polchow eventually went on Memorial contributions may be made to the Zane to earn a Master’s degree from Ohio University in State College Foundation, 1555 Newark Road, Higher Education. Zanesville, Ohio 43701.

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 12 Keeping Pace with Rapid Changes in the Workplace

When it comes to industry trends, it is vital to stay ahead of the curve. Zane State College collaborates with professionals representing each of the College’s programs to determine curriculum and to stay current with technology and the competencies employers demand.

In November, Dr. Paul Brown hosted a Joint Advisory Appreciation Dinner to thank the numerous business, medical, and industry professionals who have dedicated hours of their time to help ensure Zane State College students continue to receive a relevant education. (From left) Janet Herron, Assistant Professor, Computer Aided Drafting and Design - Architectural Drafting; Bob Combs; Jim Boyd; Dr. Roy Fish, Assistant Professor, Psychology; Patty Scott; Becky Ament, Associate Dean for Developmental Education; and Kelly Coffey, Assistant Professor, Early Childhood/Education Paraprofessional.

“As you probably have observed, the College has many strengths. Among those: learning and student success are at the heart of our decisions and actions,” said Dr. Brown as he addressed the assembled guests. “Influential legislators, businessmen, and community leaders have identified a well educated and skilled work force is the basic ingredient of our economic recovery,” continued Dr. Brown. “Further, two-year colleges have been identified as the vehicle to generate the number of skilled workers that are needed in the near future to fill the massive Advisory Committee members interacted throughout the evening to share feedback and ideas. employment gaps. This is when and this is where the future really gets exciting!”

... learning and student success are at the heart of our decisions “”and actions.” Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 13 Donors Invest in the Community

Ray and Betty Hecker Corley and Melodie Thomas Ray and Betty Hecker may be the last of a rare breed. Corley Thomas, co-owner of Thomas LumberTown, In an era of nomads who move from job to job, city to proudly assures customers that they are working city, and house to house, Ray and Betty have lived in the with a company that is committed to the community. same home since 1964. Ray worked at First National Demonstrating that same commitment in their Bank for 42 years before retiring from his position personal life, Corley and Melodie Thomas have as Senior Vice President in the Trust Department. endowed a scholarship at Zane State College. Betty educated children in the West Muskingum School District for 40 years. Ray will celebrate his “Zane State College is a community college,” Corley 15th anniversary as a Zane State College Foundation said. “I see the scholarship as an investment in the Director this year, having served since 1995. community.”

After years of setting down roots in the area and “I see it as a way of helping someone,” Melodie raising a family, Ray and Betty wanted to give back to added. “It is an investment in the next generation and the community that has been so good to them. They the generation after that.” endowed a scholarship at Zane State College so other young people can have the same chance they had to Zanesville natives who are about to celebrate 43 years set down roots in the community. of marriage, Corley and Melodie have raised two children—Monica and Matthew—and are following “I think anyone who wants an education should have in Corley’s father’s footsteps of giving back to the one,” Ray said. “Nowadays, employers won’t even talk community. Ray Thomas was so entrenched in the to you without a college degree.” community that he co-founded two Foundations—the Zane State College Foundation and the Muskingum A first-generation college student who earned a County Community Foundation in 1984 and 1985 teaching degree after her fourth—and last—child was respectively. In addition, he and his wife, Eva, born, Betty agreed. “I always wanted to be a teacher endowed the Raymond and Eva Thomas Scholarship but didn’t have the money to go,” Betty said. “After at Zane State College in 1986. our youngest was a year old we finally had the money to pay for college ourselves.” “We have made contributions to my alma mater, Miami University, and to the Naval Academy where Betty and Ray hope that by endowing a scholarship, our son attended, but we don’t drive past those they will ensure that other students do not have to institutions every day,” Corley said. “Zane State delay college like Betty had to do. “I am impressed College is local and a lot of graduates stay in the with the administration at the College and with the area. It is an investment in the community that will curriculum,” Ray said. “We were glad to establish go on after we are gone.” something that will go on and help students forever.”

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 14 Operating Budget 2008-2009

The College’s operating budget saw a modest increase over last year due to continued enrollment growth. The College has successfully established a trend of increasing enrollment and has developed resources to sustain growth while maintaining quality programs and services.

Total Revenue: $13,599,066

Total Expense: $13,599,066

Some figures are rounded. Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 15 Foundation Financials

Thanks to the generosity of our donors, the Foundation had a record year in the number of Scholarships and Awards granted to deserving students.

Market Value of Endowment

Zane State College Foundation Scholarships and Awards

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 16 The Zane State College Foundation wishes to acknowledge and thank these contributors who invested in the College and our students between January 1, 2009 and December 31, 2009.

New Scholarships Adrienne Forster Haynes Memorial Scholarship Kathy and Dr. Keith Brantley Ray and Betty Hecker Scholarship Albert and Merrin Brown Raymond E. Polchow Memorial Scholarship Dr. Chad Brown and Susan Farus-Brown Corley and Melodie Thomas Scholarship The Fabri-Form Company Falls Township Citizens for Fair Township Development Levels of Giving Fraternal Order of Police Zane Lodge #5 Founders Club: $10,000 and up Pamela Kirst Trustee Club: $5,000 to $9,999 Sentimenla Longkumer President’s Circle: $1,000 to $4,999 Romy Lu Foundation Club: $500 to $999 Terry ‘89 and Ellen Moore Partners Club: $250 to $499 Neurological Associates of Southeastern Ohio, Inc. Associates Club: up to $249 Norman, Jones, Enlow & Co. Founders Club Orthopaedic Associates of Zanesville, Inc. Tamra Pace Bryan and Christina Anderson Dr. Stephen Rostek Raymond and Betty Hecker Dr. Michael Somple Muskingum County Community Foundation Harlan Soppe Taylor-McHenry Memorial Foundation Carolyn Spencer ‘80 Corley and Melodie Thomas Bonnie Taylor Trustee Club Time Warner Cable Genesis HealthCare Foundation Sarah Trout Kessler Sign Company United Way of New York City Matesich Distributing Company Partners Club Mattingly Family Foundation AVI Foodsystems Inc. MetLife Foundation Cameron Drilling President’s Circle Kathy Clark R. Gregory and Eileen Adams Coca-Cola Bottling Company Dr. Paul and Linda Brown Ken and Peggy Corbin Century National Bank Dermatology of Southeastern Ohio The Community Bank Jeffrey Devlin Brandon and Jennifer Hess Darla and Rob Doss Dr. John and Kathy Ann Hibler Dan and Bobbie Durfee Tom Holdren ‘84 and Susan Straker Holdren Matt Elli and Dawnell Graham Huntington National Bank The Energy Cooperative Pamela and Craig Jira Sally Francis John C., III and Christine Matesich Ronald and Gail Garland Mattingly Foods, Inc. William and Erin Garner Mid-East Ohio Tech Prep Consortium Genesis HealthCare Systems James and Connie Nicolozakes Jeff ‘80 and Kathy ‘84 Gibbs Barbara and Dr. Karl Saunders Patrick and Debbie Hennessey Dr. William and Jennifer Stewart Janet ‘78 and Wade Herron R. Lynn Wells ‘87 Dr. John and Diane Marks Zylinsky Insurance Agency Scott and Shirley McCollister Mary Ann Metry Foundation Club Linda ‘77 and Dave Metz Susan Benincasa Jim Michaels Brandywine Hospital for Pets Charles and Cindy Morehead

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 17 Ronald E. Pratt Stacie Clapper Prudential Foundation Matching Gifts Dick and Mary Jo Clark Rea & Associates, Inc. Jamie Clark ‘94 Resource Systems, Inc. Silas Coffelt Dr. Thomas and Sally Ruggles Kelly Coffey Barbara and William Shelby Colgate-Palmolive Company Brett Smith William and Susan Cowden Southeastern Ohio Broadcasting Amy Cuffee Lynne and Robert Sprague Sally Curtis Valley National Gases James ‘84 and Ky Davis Dr. Dotty Welch David and Patty Devier Michael Whitson C. Trafford and Marilyn Dick Billie Dickson Associates Club Glenn ‘99 and Ellen Divan Kelly Adams Bradley and Michelle Doerfler Robert and Norma Adams Michaele ‘98 and John Druckenbrodt Marco Adornetto Deanna Duche Konrad Akens Janice Duquette Scott Albaugh Mary Ann ‘82 and Jeff Dutro Emily Aldridge ‘05 Margaret Earhart Rebecca Ament Cheryl Eby ‘98 Rebecca Anderson ‘86 Brenda ‘90 and Ron Elswick Ann Arnold Jane Evans Mary Arnold Betty Fell Lin and Melanie Avendano Maryanna Fenton Clarinda Back ‘09 David Figi ‘84 Will Bailey ‘94 Dr. Beth Fischer Elisabeth Baker Dr. Roy Fish P. Bryan Baker ‘00 Jenn and Jesh Folden Loretta Baldwin Nancy Forrestal Frank and Jennifer ‘01 Barthen Gordon and Patricia Forster Anthony and Susan Benner Keith and Linda Forster Michael Bennett Gary and Ann Francis Saundra Bennett Nicole Galloway Timothy Berger Laura Geiger Stacy Bernard ‘08 Gary and Deborah George Roy and Mary Bleisath M. Anne Gilbert Marie Bolin Jean Gilcher Dr. Jack and Sandy Booth Michael and Lisa Gillis Dr. Joe and Betty Booth Martha Glass Brenwood, Inc. Carla Granger Larry Brill Hamilton, Waltman, & Hill, LLC Richard and Sally Brixner Misty Hamilton Brown’s Body Shop Keena Hansel ‘81 Jody Burchett ‘01 Barbara Hardesty Randy and Brandy Burchett Larisa and Aaron Harper Kelli Burns Sue Harrison Beth Burton ‘93 Marcie Hawkins ‘99 Rebecca and Kermit Butler Shirley Hayes ‘89 Dorinda Byers Healthcare Specialists of Southeastern Ohio, Inc. Kristeen Calderhead ‘04 Lisa Hendren ‘87 Lawrence Cantu Michelle Hesson Melissa Chambers ‘08 George and Naomi Hicks Linda Christopher Mysti ‘96 and Mark Hittle Citizens National Bank Larry Holsky Kathryn Hooper-Boyd Kim Melvin ‘98 Jeannette Householder ‘05 Barbara Mendelson Lauren Huffman Barb ‘83 and Donald Miller Tammy ‘88 and Steven Huffman Rob Miller Walker and Mary Huffman Ronald Milner ‘93 Vicki Huntsman Bonny ‘01 & ‘05 and Michael Mitchell Randy Hutchinson ‘93 Dr. David and Katherine Mitzel Kaci Hutchison ‘02 Rosemary Moore Ronald Huth Susan Moore International Association of Administrative Shanna Morgan ‘95 Professionals-Zanesville Chapter Andrew Morrison ‘03 Reyman and Laura Janes Debbie and Ted Neuenschwander Beverly ‘87 and Philip Janke Donald C. Neumann Jenzabar, Inc. Robert and Amy Nichols Lisa Jordan Marika Pahoundis Robert and Elaine Joseph Grace Peng Kali Co Court Hair Design and Spa David Pennington Mark and Julie Keirle Yvonne Perkins Becky and Peter Kellum Carole ‘91 and Edward Pitts Saylor Kelly ‘91 & ‘05 Janet Plummer Anthony Kerr Raymond* and Elynr Polchow Dan ‘77 and Gloria Kieffer Thomas and Vonda Price Gary King Primrose Retirement Community R. Juanita King Dr. Terry and Janice Puckett Deborah Kirsch Betty A. Quinn ‘88 Steve Kish R. Forster Associates, Inc. Kiwanis Club of Cambridge William T. Randles Theresa Kolk ‘99 Crisanne Redfern ‘71 Terry Kopchak Gary Redrup Darrell Lagace Emmett ‘07 and Amanda Reisinger Peter and Connie LaPlante Dr. Jeffrey Rice and Dr. Slade Galloway Kimberly Lawler Paul and Molly Ritchey Tricia ‘87 and Dave Leggett Carol Robertson Linda Lengacher Terry and Heather Rognon ‘06 Dr. Scott Lenthe Arthur and Toby Rogovin Judy ‘87 and David Lind George Ruberg Kelly Loewendick ‘05 Scott-Marshall Insurance John and Deborah Lowe Lorraine Seago Frank Luca Donna and David Shaad Linda Lynn Christine Shaw ‘92 Gene and Betty MacDonald Bruce Shearn ‘90 Julie MacLaine ‘86 Robert and Rebecca Shellhause Larry Maddox James Shepherd Susan Markel ‘02 Jill Short James L. Marshall Thomas and Eva Sieber Mary Martin Amy Sigman ‘98 Melinda Matz Linda ‘88 and Dana Sinift Kathy McCaslin ‘87 Todd and Esthela Slater Jean ‘03 and Joie McDonald Carole Smith Lisa McDonald Melaine Smith ‘87 R. David and Andrea McGlade Steven and Catherine Stapleton Jeff McIntire ‘91 McLain, Hill, Rugg & Associates, Inc. Daniel and Sara McVey * Deceased Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 19 Kristen Steele Dr. Bijan Goodarzi Julie Sterling Granville Inn Walter and Susan Stoll Green Valley Golf Club Lauren Stowe Brandon and Jennifer Hess Patrick Sullivan Dr. John and Kathy Hibler Lynda Sutton Huntington National Bank Lucinda Swope ‘89 Kali Co Court Hair Design & Spa Mary Swope Julie MacLaine ‘86 Susan Tanner-Jenkins John and Christine Matesich Ronald and Betsy Thomas Mattingly Foods, Inc. JoAnn VanGilder Kelly Morrow Lori VanHorn ‘86 Mark Otto Jane VanWye Pepsi-Cola Bottling of Zanesville Cindy Voorhies Pugh’s Diamond Jewelers Lori Wahl Raven’s Glenn Winery Isabelle Waltman Michele Redman Rodney and Mary Lu Warstler John Ridenour Michael Watton ‘73 Drs. Lee and Kay Roach Scott Webb Barbara and Dr. Karl Saunders Philip Wentworth ‘02 Shadow Box Cafe William Whipple Small Business Development Center Alice Wilkins Terra Cotta Vineyards Dr. Lynn and Mary Kay Willett The Times Recorder Rosemary Williams Wal-Mart Amy Wilson Wheel & Spoke Bike Shop John and Gloria Wilson WHIZ Media Group Janet Winland The Wilds James Woodworth ‘02 Winerak Lynn Wymer WYBZ Paul Young Zane State College Bookstore Howard Zwelling Zanesville Country Club In Kind Gifts Memorial Gifts were received in honor of Barnes Advertising Corp. the following individuals: Big Dawg Farms Robert C. Bradley, Sr. Bloomer Candy Company Patricia L. Brown Bob Evans Julie Cooprider Bon Vie Bistro Ronnica J. Dodson Brady’s Gift Connection Adrienne Haynes Forster Brenwood, Inc. Bryan J. Hindel Senator Michael Brown Jack Knight C.H.E.S.S. John C. Matesich, Jr. The Community Bank Mallory Moore Community Financial Advisors Raymond E. Polchow The Daily Jeffersonian Joyce A. Farmer Smith EagleSticks Golf Club Ann H. Soppe Fred Astaire Dance Studios Sharon Souder GameWorks Deputy Sheriff Robert M. Tanner Genesis Complementary Medicine Daniel E. Wilson Genesis Lifestyle & Fitness Center Nancy Tracy Wilson The Golf Channel Every effort has been made on our behalf for comprehensive accuracy in this donor listing. Please contact us with errors or omissions so we may update our records: (740) 588-1206 or [email protected].

Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 20 College Leadership

A historic gathering of Zane State College presidents at the 40th Anniversary Dinner on September 19, 2009. (From left to right) Dr. Paul Brown, president, 2004 - present; Dr. Lynn Willett, president, 1986 - 2003; Dr. Richard Libby, president, 1981 - 1985; Dr. Terry Puckett , president, 1974 - 1980; and Walker Huffman, president, 1969 - 1973

Foundation Board of Directors Tom Balderson › Co-owner, Balderson Motor Sales Susan B. Benincasa › Zanesville Clinton W. Cameron › Cameron Drilling Scott D. Eickelberger › Attorney, Kincaid, Taylor & Geyer Raymond L. Hecker › Vice President (Retired), First National Bank Brandon Hess › Vice President, Mattingly Foods, Inc. Norma Littick › Chairman of the Board, WHIZ Media Group John C. Matesich, III › President, Matesich Distributing Company Barbara J. Saunders › Zanesville Susan Tucker › Treasurer/CFO/Business Manager (Retired), Cambridge City School District J. William Straker, Emeritus › President (Retired), The Oxford Oil Company Board of Trustees Michael L. Bennett › Vice President of Corporate Affairs, The Longaberger Company Kathy Brantley › Founding President of The Putnam Underground Railroad Education (PURE) Center and Chair, The Martin Luther King, Jr. Scholarship Fund John W. Knight › Chairman and CEO, The Fabri-Form Company Gene L. MacDonald › Physician Recruiter (Retired), Genesis HealthCare System James A. Nicolozakes › Vice President, Nicolozakes Trucking & Construction, Inc. Lynne H. Sprague › President, General Machine & Supply, Inc. William T. Stewart › President & Chief Operating Officer, Stewart Glapat Corporation William Thompson › Owner/Manager, William Thompson & Son Funeral Home and Monument Company Geraldine M. Zylinsky › President/Agent, Zylinsky Insurance Agency president’s Cabinet Paul R. Brown › President Albert Brown › Vice President for Business Services/Treasurer Dotty Welch › Vice President for Student Services Chad Brown › Vice President for Academic Services and Workforce Development Jeffery Gibbs › Dean, Engineering, Natural Science, Business & Information Technology Susan Holdren › Dean for Arts and Sciences Barbara Shelby › Dean of Education, Health and Behavioral Services Jeffrey Devlin › Executive Director of Information Technology Services Pamela Jira › Executive Director Institutional Advancement and College Foundation Julie Sterling › Director of Human Resources Tom Holdren › Faculty Senate Chair Andrew Morrison › Staff Senate Chair Nicholas Logan › Student Senate President Enrich. Empower. Advance. › 21 Non-Profit U.S. Postage Paid Permit No. 400 Zanesville, OH

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